Category: DHS

DHS Pausing Some Deportations for 100 Days

The Department of Homeland Security said the incoming administration is pausing deportations for some illegal immigrants for 100 days. The DHS said in a statement on Jan. 20 that for 100 days starting Jan. 22, it will “pause removals for certain noncitizens ordered deported to ensure we have a fair and effective immigration enforcement system focused…


Sen. Josh Hawley Delays Quick Confirmation of Biden’s Homeland Security Nominee

Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) said on Tuesday he would place a hold on President-elect Joe Biden’s choice to lead the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). He made the announcement hours after the Senate Homeland Security Committee ended its hearing with Alejandro Mayorkas. Hawley said he took issue with answers given by Mayorkas about how he will secure the…


Acting DHS Secretary Chad Wolf Resigns

Acting Homeland Secretary Chad Wolf will be resigning by the end of Monday, he said, citing recent court rulings over his appointment. “Effective at 11:59 p.m. today, I am stepping down as your Acting Secretary. I am saddened to take this step, as it was my intention to serve the Department until the end of…